I would have to agree. If there is any doubt about a method at all then don t use it. If simple water will do the trick then go with that. Regardless, we'll be happy to hear what the ministry has to say. Thanks Sheila, Gordon -------Original Message------- From: Minto_Gal Date: 09/17/04 07:43:25 To: CA-ONT-CEMETERIES-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [ON-CEM] Tombstones rubbings -List Mom- Hi everyone. Here is my two cents worth on the whole issue. 1. If the caretaker tell you not to use something on the tombstone ..LISTEN to him or her. The key word is "Cemetery caretaker". Whether you agree or disagree with the advice given, the bottom line is he or she is IN CHARGE with care and upkeep of that cemetery. Legally, he could have you thrown out of the cemetery for vandalism. Doubt me, then maybe you need to take the time to read all the Ontario Cemetery Regulations ACT. What is the correct way to do rubbings?I honestly don't know. Having said that I would go to an expert and it would come from only two sources; namely, people who make manufacture monuments or book recommended by them. I will go one step further and see if I can get an expert to answer this question. Today I will e-mail the ministry in charge of cemeteries and ask that one of their expert give us a clear answer to this question. Personally, I still maintain a photo and a copy of the cemetery transcripts for the stone in question make for the best way to resolve the issue. Sheila List Mom ==== CA-ONT-CEMETERIES Mailing List ==== READ the taglines! Before you ask for a lookup ...check http://freepages.history.rootsweb.com/~silentguardians ============================== Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237